Narada Falls to Mazama Ridge Loop

With laidback strolls through flower-filled meadows and cool, misty waterfalls, the Narada Falls to Mazama Ridge Loop is a diverse, fun trail. We describe this route going clockwise, but you could do it either way.

This trail begins from the Paradise parking area. Head north out of the lot on the Skyline Trail. Cross Edith Creek above Myrtle Falls and then stay left onto Golden Gate Trail. Take a minute to appreciate Golden Gate Falls after a set of switchbacks, then keep right onto Skyline Trail.

Pass the Stevens-Van Trump Historical Monument and Sluiskin Falls. At the two junctions that come up next, stay left onto Mazama Ridge Trail. Enjoy the far-out views at Faraway Rock, cross Sunbeam Creek twice, and then stay right to skirt under Reflection Lakes. On the Wonderland Trail, stay left after the last lake and cross Stevens Canyon Road.

Take Wonderland to Narada Falls, then to the Washington Cascades, and then to Ruby Falls. Go straight into Lower Lakes Trail, gaining a final bit of elevation to return to Paradise.